ProjTheINSPIRE is seeking examplesexamples of best practices for improving business support services

As part of the INSPIRE ROHU00283 project, a unique cross-border cooperation initiative is currently underway, aimed at identifying and adapting examples of best practices that can significantly contribute to improving business support services in the Romanian-Hungarian border region. The project is coordinated by HARFA and implemented in partnership with ROVE, with a focus on innovation, collaboration, and practical solutions.

One of the project’s central objectives is to collect examples of best practices from across Europe. Programs , services, or initiatives that, if adapted tothe local context, could significantly boost the way entrepreneurs are supported in both countries.

A promising examplethat the INSPIRE team is focusing on is the Launchpadprogram, offered by Enterprising Barnsley, a British organization specializing in supporting businesses in the city of Barnsley, located in South Yorkshire, England. Launchpad is a program dedicated to start-ups and growing businesses,offering the following types of support:

• Basic Workshops in Business Planning, Finance, and Marketing

• Dedicated business advisors who work one-on-one with each business

• Customized support packages that include training tailored to the specific needs of each business

• All of these services are offered free of charge

This comprehensive approach helpsentrepreneurs overcome the challenges of the early stages and grow their businesses with confidence and solid skills. For more details about Launchpad, visit the Enterprising Barnsley website.

As part of the project, theis developing a Catalog of Best Practices, which will include 20 detailed examples, such as the Launchpad program. These will serve not only as a source of inspiration but will also be linked to the challenges and gaps identified in the joint analysis conducted in the cross-border region. The goal is to generate effective actions with maximum impact and minimal costs that can be tested and replicated at the local level.

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The INSPIRE ROHU00283 project is funded by the European Union through the Interreg Program and is co-financed by Romania and Hungary. The total project budget is 201,178.60 EUR, of which 160,942.88 EUR comes from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). Disclaimer: The content of this article does not necessarily reflect the official position of the European Union.